Patents by Inventor Melinda Bates

Melinda Bates has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 7111343
    Abstract: An apparatus that serves both as a blanket, pillow, or a carrying bag. By default, the apparatus appears as a blanket with an external bag and strap attached to the blanket. Through careful folding of the blanket, the apparatus can be modified into a pillow or carrying bag and used as such.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2006
    Inventor: Melinda Bates